"Only a handful of models have achieved this feat, the latest being the BYD Dolphin, the subcompact EV that's been on sale in China since 2021. The Dolphin is the first car in BYD's now highly successful Ocean series of models (which includes the Seal) and the secret to its success is affordability. It starts at 99,800 yuan or $14,100 in base trim, which gets you 94 horsepower and a 45-kilowatt-hour LFP battery quoted at 261 miles (420 km) CLTC."
"It's probably worth spending 129,800 yuan or $18,400 on the more powerful 201 hp version with a larger 60.5 kWh battery that boosts range to 323 miles (520 km). This higher variant has an acceleration time to 62 mph (100 km/h) of 7 seconds and can charge at a maximum rate of 150 kilowatts. The Dolphin isn't popular just in China, where you see these cars everywhere."
"BYD faces increased competition at home as the much-talked-about price wars drag on in China, even as the government tries to crack down. It's looking to rapidly expand its presence abroad and its European expansion is now in full swing with plans to double its presence on the continent by the end of 2026, according to Reuters. It's also planning to create a second production facility to supply Europe, which is expected to be built in Turkey."
The BYD Dolphin has reached one million global sales, marking BYD's third electric model to hit that milestone and joining a select group of high-volume EVs. The subcompact Dolphin launched in China in 2021 as the first model in BYD's Ocean series and achieved rapid adoption mainly through affordability. Base trim costs 99,800 yuan ($14,100) with a 45 kWh LFP battery and 261 miles (CLTC). A 201 hp 60.5 kWh variant offers up to 323 miles, 0–62 mph in 7 seconds, and 150 kW charging. The model sells across Asia and in several European markets. BYD plans to expand rapidly in Europe, including a planned second production facility in Turkey, while facing intensified competition in China.
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